4-Day Northern Vietnam Highlights: Halong Bay Cruise, Ninh Binh & Sapa Fansipan.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Experience an ultra-efficient itinerary, discovering the three top natural and cultural wonders of Northern Vietnam in just 4 action-packed days:

• Ninh Binh Heritage: Explore the Trang An Grottoes (or Tam Coc), known as "Ha Long Bay on Land," via a traditional sampan boat ride. Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu.

• Halong Bay Cruise: Enjoy an overnight stay aboard a Halong Bay Cruise (or Lan Ha Bay), a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, including kayaking and cave exploration.

• Fansipan Summit: Ascend Fansipan Peak—the "Roof of Indochina" (3,143m)—using the modern cable car system, for spectacular views of Sapa's mountains and clouds.

• Sapa Culture: Visit Cat Cat Village (or explore Sapa Town), learning about the culture of the Black H'mong ethnic minority.

• Optimized Transit: Utilize a smart combination of Limousine transfers and overnight train/sleeper bus to save time and maximize sightseeing.

OVERVIEW ITINERARY

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Day 1: Hanoi → Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu, Trang An) → Hanoi 
Day 2: Hanoi → Halong Bay (Cruise)
Day 3: Halong finish → Hanoi → Sapa
Day 4: Sapa (Fansipan, Cat Cat Village) → Hanoi

DETAIL PROGRAM:

DAY 1: HANOI → NINH BINH: ANCIENT CAPITAL & TRANG AN (L, D)

• Morning: Pick up from your Hanoi hotel by vehicle and Guide. Depart for Ninh Binh (approx. 2 hours).

• Noon: Enjoy Lunch (L) at a local restaurant.

• Afternoon: Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and the temples dedicated to the Dinh and Le Dynasties. Afterward, experience a relaxing boat trip in Trang An (or Tam Coc), marveling at the "Ha Long Bay on Land" landscape with its stunning caves and limestone mountains.

• Evening: Return to Hanoi. Have Dinner (D) and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.

DAY 2: HANOI → HA LONG BAY: OVERNIGHT CRUISE & KAYAKING (B, L, D)

• Morning: Enjoy Breakfast (B). Your Limousine/Shuttle Bus picks you up for the transfer to Ha Long Bay (approx. 2.5 hours).

• Noon: Board your Cruise ship and receive your cabin. Enjoy a seafood Lunch (L) as the ship begins sailing into the UNESCO Heritage Site.

• Afternoon: Participate in activities like kayaking and visiting a major Cave. Conclude with a Sunset Party.

• Evening: Enjoy a romantic Dinner (D) on board. Overnight on the Halong Bay Cruise.

DAY 3: HALONG → HANOI → SAPA: OVERNIGHT TRANSFER (B, L, D)

• Morning: Participate in Tai Chi on the sundeck. Enjoy a Light Breakfast (B). The ship continues sightseeing before returning to the harbor.

• Midday: Enjoy Brunch/Lunch (L) on the cruise. Disembark and the transfer vehicle takes you back to Hanoi.

• Afternoon: Arrive back in Hanoi.

• Evening: Have Dinner (D). Transfer to Hanoi Train Station or the sleeper bus station for the overnight journey to Sapa. Overnight on Train/Sleeper Bus.

DAY 4: SAPA FANSIPAN & CAT CAT VILLAGE → HANOI (B, L)

• Morning: Arrive in Sapa (approx. 6:00 AM). Enjoy Breakfast (B). Head straight to the cable car station to conquer Fansipan Peak.

• Fansipan: Ride the cable car to the "Roof of Indochina" (3,143m), admiring the stunning mountain views.

• Noon: Have Lunch (L) in Sapa Town.

• Afternoon: Visit Cat Cat Village, a short trek to explore the daily life and cultural heritage of the Black H'mong people.

• Evening: Board the Limousine/Sleeper Bus for the return journey to Hanoi. End of the 4-Day 3-Night Northern Vietnam Tour.

Important Notes